Hands-On Warehouse Lead — Drive Safety & Efficiency

W. R. Grace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave (salaried only)

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Donation Match Program

U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace

Job summary

W. R. Grace, Houston site, seeks a Warehouse Lead Operator to serve as the Step-Up Supervisor in the absence of the Warehouse Supervisor. This hands-on role guides shipping, receiving, packaging and overall warehouse operations.

The position requires forklift experience and leadership to direct daily activities, uphold safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 3 years frontline leadership experience and/or 5 years operations including warehouse and distribution.
• Must have forklift experience and willingness to become yard mule certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions oral and written.
• Ability to work with all employees through active listening, feedback, confidentiality, respect and trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead operator responsibilities across assigned areas and site functions.
• Provide shift leadership and decision-making to support safety, quality, and production goals.
• Drive continuous improvement and complete tasks assigned to Operators.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback to ensure targets are met.
• Support site EHS programs and safety meetings; participate in audits.

Skills

Forklift experience

Leadership experience

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Instruction following

Job description

W. R. Grace, Houston site, seeks a Warehouse Lead Operator to serve as the Step-Up Supervisor in the absence of the Warehouse Supervisor. This hands-on role guides shipping, receiving, packaging and overall warehouse operations.

The position requires forklift experience and leadership to direct daily activities, uphold safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.